Mindfulness March-2017

[paulywogg]

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Morning friends,Star,you sound really positive and that makes me happy sounds like you have a plan in place as far as the job goes,ugh,I almost felt bad for DT yesterday by how clueless he looked when the healthcare information broke on the news,can you imagine no maternal care or mental health coverage?!? Cyn,I'm having a hard time with the food thing cuz I'm kind of feeling all over the place..am I gluten free? High carb? Low sugar? Grrrrr! I actually was considering eating some chips with my dinner cuz they were"gluten free" and I bought an Udis gf pizza the other night and ate the whole thing! To be fair though it was on the smaller side but still,Lav,I hate the clique mentality, Kell is gonna work at my shop a few days a week,I just wonder why all of a sudden those wenches are being so nice up there....makes me suspicious, anyhoo wishes for a wonderful AF Saturday for us all

[treegirl]

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Hi all - evening check I here. I got up early and prepped for the 'meet and greet' open house that I had here this morning. About 5 people came, and we had really substantive discussions about how to talk to The general public about women's health issues, and how it impacts all parts of our society. If these ideas were framed some other way than 'us vs. them' mentality, it would be so helpful to all of us... ties were some ideas anyway!

Star, good for you for seeing the situation for what it is. My brother, who had decades of upper management in fine giftware and jewelry, post -2008 had to take any job he could get and ended up in a high-end jewelry company being supervised by 20-something's that had come from the pet food industry!!! But they knew best! Uuugh, what a situation! I'm sorry - but you will listen deeply to yourself and find the right answers, I know. Good luck!

Pauly, I'm a grazer too, and I felt like I spent a lot of time inputting data into MFP. But the resulting info was always interesting. Good for you for sticking with it. Maybe just concentrate on noticing how things make you feel, and you can make healthier versions of favorites. That's what I'm trying...

Lav, what a roller-coaster ride these months have been! I am still just working on 2018; feeling like communication is key. I told my group about my Cookie Van idea, they loved it! I hope your weather is easing... we have light rain today, and it's helping to melt the snow.

Just finished making 8 'courtesy' calls for one of my non-profit arts jobs. 6 more to go, and then I'll try to wrap up HB's corporate taxes. I'm off early to NYC tomorrow, so I'll check in late. Happy anniversaries Lav and Star, and happy day to everyone - AF of course...

[Lavande]

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Good evening friends,

We had a nice warm & sunny day but still have the stupid pile of snow at the end of the driveway - right where the snow plow left it, ha ha!

Star, happy anniversary to you tomorrow.
I dealt with the new graduate 'youngsters' at work telling me to my face that they didn't just want a job - they wanted MY job. Honestly, I just wanted to smack them all, lol
I retired a bit earlier than originally planned but I was just sick of dealing with them. You'll figure out the right thing to do, be true to yourself

Pauly, earlier this week I made a big batch of sweet potato & black bean vegan burrito filling - delicious! I don't eat lunchmeat or cheese so I can use this filling to top a salad at lunch or go ahead & fill up a wrap for dinner. You can buy gluten free wraps, I've gotten them at Trader Joes. I added some dairy free cheddar cheese shreds on mine tonight, delicious & filling & very agreeable.
You can find the recipe on: Kim's Cravings - Making Craveable Eats Healthier
Good that Kell will be working at your shop. Maybe her presence will make the others there shut the hell up!

Cyn, it hit 80 degrees this afternoon for a short time then rained a little as it started to cool off. my AC turned itself on, crazy!
Let me know when you need those cookies for your road trip
I'm relieved that yesterday ended the way it did. It still amazes me just how clueless the WH & GOP are in respect to healthcare & insurance. They have no idea how it works
We need a decades younger version of Bernie Sanders ready to jump in & lead our country the way a real president is supposed to lead.
In the meantime I'll settle for getting as many Dems in the house & senate as possible. People who have real hearts & actually care about people, the environment & all that stuff.
Have a safe trip to NYC!

Good night to all, peace for everyone!

Lav

[Snoopy56]

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Good Sunday Mornin....

Pauly, how fun to work with your daughter for a few days a week. Hope it works out great. I am wavering between being positive and negative, and feel really achy and sick due to the stress. Lots to look forward to today though, get to see the grandson.

Lav, happy 8th AF Anniversary. That is so wonderful, your life is a testament to the benefits of being AF. Thanks so much for your daily contributions, they are invaluable. Gonna celebrate big time today? Hope so. You have had some volatile weather, March is always so all over the place. Rain and in the 60s for us today. Slept with the window open, the warmer temps are so gentle.

Cyn, so many things going on in your life, you manage it all and still get to have a good time, in NYC no less. Take Care.

[abcowboy]

to Mr. & Mrs. Snoops today!

[paulywogg]

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Morning friends, Star,I probably won't work with Kell to often,she'll be zigging as I'm zagging and working the evening shift which is good for her cuz it'll be busier Lav,thanks for the link off to grocery shop this morning and I'll try and buy healthy alternatives but still end up with crap in my cart,Michelle got fired cuz they said they think she has ADD! She said she gets nervous and doesn't know what to do in fast food,I told her I understand cuz when I had to work at Wendy's in UT I lasted one week and quit! It really is a harder job than most people realize, Cyn,hope you have a great day I hope we all have a great AF Sunday

[Lavande]

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Good evening friends!

Yesterday afternoon's 70 + degrees has turned into a chilly & damp 43 degrees at the moment, brrr. It seems like a bad joke or something.

Star, Happy Anniversary to you!
I hope your day was relaxing & fun with your grandson too.
Don't let this work stuff annoy you too much, it's just a job. I know we spend a lot of time at work & would prefer a friendlier, less hostile environment but relatively few people enjoy that I think. Quietly planning an exit strategy helps

Pauly, I never worked in fast food & told my kids they couldn't either. Those places have a long history of being hostile. Tell Michelle to keep looking for something more suitable, some place she will feel appreciated.

Cyn, hope your busy day is going well.

Guess I am on to year 9 now - only 364 more days to go, ha ha!
Peace to everyone tonight.

Lav

[Snoopy56]

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Good morning...

Thanks for the anniversary wishes!

I ended up going to a med check yesterday, I had a little cold then after getting bad news at work, became so upset that it turned into an infection, so I have to stay home for a few days, take antibiotics, rest, drink liquids, etc. I feel really sick. It is not the flu though so that is good. I am trying to get over the fact that I am sick due to work issues, I did my best to be cool and calm, but my body reflected the real story. I am sure that will go down well at work but I do not dare go in unless I am at the top of my game. Geez.

Pauly, hope job prospects work out for Michelle, food service is just a tough field, period. Changing diet is an ongoing process, I did well last week but the weekend not so much.

Lav, we were unable to go celebrate with daughter and family as I am so sick and don't want to expose others to my illness. I am quietly planning my work exit, but the thought and effort to look for a new job are just too much for me to contemplate right now. I am resting and trying to feel better. This is the most work I have ever missed due to illness. Not good. I woke up drenched so hope the infection broke and I will not start feeling better. I still can't breathe though. Sorry this is all about me but what a week I've had. Hope you have a spring weather week, anything special planned this week?

Hello to Cyn.

Have a good one.

[paulywogg]

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Morning friends,just a quick hello cuz I couldn't get on this morning for some reason? Star,rest,rest and plenty of fluids! I'm sending you healing vibes hi Cyn and Lav hope we all have a peaceful AF Monday

[Lavande]

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Good evening friends!

Geez Star, sorry you got so sick, yikes. I hope you feel better very soon!
Maybe this is a sign to take things slowly, no need to rush your exit plan, right? Keep pushing the fluids & use a humidifier - both help a lot.

Hi there Pauly, what's new in your world?

Cyn, you must be busy!
There's been no end to the CNN Breaking News alerts on my phone. DC & all the creatures in the swamp down there have been busy the past few days
It's gotten to the point where I am so restless at night my bed is completely tossed in the mornings, geez. I must be living out our worst nightmares while trying to sleep!!!!

Hello to anyone popping in & wishing everyone a PEACEFUL night, Lol

Lav

[Snoopy56]

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Good morning...

Still really sick,woke up at 1:30 am and could not go back to sleep, coughing and having a hard time taking a deep breath. If I am not better by noon today I am going back to the med check to see what else I need to do. I do not want to end up in the hospital. Hoping the antibiotics kick in.

Lav, more time to watch the news and our gov't is a hot mess, we are in big trouble, the corruption is so widespread.

Pauly, sorry you had a hard time getting on. Hope you are doing well and your path is easy this week.

Cyn, hope to hear from you soon.

Have a good AF Tuesday.

[paulywogg]

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Morning friends, Star,I'm gonna pull a Lav and say make sure you take a probiotic with your antibiotic sorry you're still sick,is it flu like? Cold like? Speaking of cold it got coooold overnight! Woke up freezing and went downstairs to get coffee noticing on my way down that Brady has his window open,turd! I had put most "winter" clothes away but I should know better this time of year,posted on the daily thread that I'm a bit sad cuz today Kells baby was due but I figure once I get past today I won't have to think of it anymore,she seems to be doing OK at my shop,those girls surprised her with a belated birthday card with some money in it so that was really nice Cyn,hope you can check in today,wishing us all a happy AF Tuesday

[treegirl]

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Morning all -

Star, so sorry you are so sick! My goodness, you have really taken a hit. I really hope things turn around for you today --- there are some bad bugs out there, especially when you've been traveling. Sending lots of healing vibes your way! Take it slow - lots of people have been sick for weeks, we don't want that for you! Remember , even now - All is welll, everything is working out for my highest good...

Sorry all to be away yesterday. Yep, just busy busy. Did household chores before leaving on Sunday (covered the septic area with a tarp so that the dogs wouldn't bring in smelly mud, etc. Then worked on taxes on the train to NYC, did grocery shopping there, fell into bed. Got up and did more business, then saw a rehearsal of HB's project. Ran back to apt, picked up my stuff and headed home on the train! I had eaten outside of my grain-free area, and big was that a mistake... by the time I got to Grand Central, everything hurt! I fell asleep in the train for awhile, then arrived home to find old girl dog had peed on the rug. cleaned that up and then worked on my writing/development job until 10 pm, fell into bed. Awakened at 3:30 AM by some animal carving out a living space in the eaves right next to the room where I was sleeping, didn't bother the dogs a bit! But it sounded to me like it was scratching its way into the room, uuuugh! I kept getting up and banging on the walls, but finally gave up and put earplugs in! I guess I'll go up today and see what's going on up there... ah, country life - but I still prefer it to the screeching subways and the honking taxis and the wild ambulance sounds of the city. Grateful to be home today...

Wishing all well. Lav, we just have to concentrate on 2018. Pauly, so sweet to hear about the little bday for Kell. Sending you hugs today, you know why...

OK let's make some peace where we can! Happy AF Tuesday -

[Lavande]

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Good evening friends!

Couldn't sleep at all last night due to Maxie being confused & wandering & basically annoying. I finally let her out at nearly 3 am. I checked on her a while later & she was sound asleep on the front porch. So I finally fell asleep around 4 am ~ swell. Tonight I will pop her a couple of Benadryl is she starts that nonsense again. I am way too old to pull these all-nighters anymore.

Star, gosh, sorry you are still feeling crappy.
If the antibiotic doesn't give you enough relief they usually put you on a bronchodilator - usually an inhaler. They are usually steroids so they work well & quickly but can make you feel jittery. I hope you are better tonight.

Pauly, glad Kell is receiving a friendly welcome at the shop. I hope you both can both remember the lost baby in some positive way (possibly making a donation in his/her honor).
Glad it's not too awfully cold here r all this rain we had today could have been snow - horrors!!!

Cyn, living in the country sure is different, ha ha!!! I know the sound of mice chewing on paper & the sound of squirrels running around in the attic, LOL
Get this - I just read an article today about sightings of coywolves!! That's right - the coyotes & wolves have been inter-mingling & have created a brand new freaky animal, ugh. I wonder if they are going to like the taste of chickens
You have been one busy lady - be careful & take care of yourself. I know it's nearly impossible to carry your own food everywhere with you. I guess a decent salad bar with some decent protein offerings would be safest (if you carry your own dressing).

The corruption seems to be spreading wider & deeper than anyone imagined. We absolutely need a completely independent review of all the characters involved. Meanwhile 45 is still issuing gag orders & manipulating Rep. Nunes who has to be involved up to his eyeballs, geez.

Wishing everyone a decent night's sleep. Let's hope all the dogs remain sane & continent tonight!!!

Lav

[treegirl]

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Morning all - Star, I'm concerned that you haven't posted... I hope you are just resting and finally got some sleep. Sending lot of healing light your way...

Lav, I hope that you got some sleep last night! Our old dogs re getting to be a challenge, right? I'm putting in a call to our old contractor to get someone over here to take a look at the flashing where the roofs join; i can't get at it, but it looks like that may be the entry point for some animal. I saw a large gap between the house and eaves that I could get to, so in the rain yesterday I shoved some (pink) Brillo pads in there and caulked them in - they got foamy in the rain, ha! It really looks like the ultimate DIY fix, sheesh!

Pauly - good morning to you! How's food choices going? I thought of you this morning, I did anothe carrot-zoodle/shredded apple/walnut/flax bowl and topped it with a little Greek yogurt. It actually was naturally sweet and delish. I hope that you are finding things to enjoy.

It is SO beautiful here this morning - so nice to see the sun, and it was a multicolor sunrise - the air seems to be washed clean, and despite still having 50% snow cover, all seems bright and beautiful. I am finally starting to feel better; yesterday was still pretty painful, but today is better, yay! I'm sending this glorious streaming light to all today ---- happy and AF -----